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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,775 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $6,310 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,570 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $6,214 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $37,800 | $43,200 | $62,330 | $29,150 | $36,050 |
| Base Invoice | $35,154 | $40,176 | $57,967 | $27,000 | $33,345 |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | ||
| Satellite radio | 460 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 350 | 350 |
| Heated front seats | 750 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | 500 | 500 |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Premium Package | 4,100 | 3,400 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,300 | 1,100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | 120 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | |||
| HD radio | 350 | 350 | |||
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | ||
| Satellite radio | 428 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 500 | 500 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 320 | 320 |
| Heated front seats | 698 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | 455 | 455 |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,730 | 3,095 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,185 | 1,000 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | 110 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | |||
| HD radio | 315 | 315 | |||
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| Aluminum trim | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 9,380 | 8,170 | 9,010 | 11,750 | 9,970 |
| Options (change) | 8,725 | 7,599 | 8,380 | 10,695 | 9,075 |
| Destination | 905 | 905 | 905 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,085 | $52,275 | $73,945 | $41,775 | $46,895 |
| Total Invoice | $44,784 | $48,680 | $68,952 | $38,570 | $43,295 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,510 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,606 | |||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $48,085 | $52,275 | $73,945 | $41,775 | $46,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,850 | -3,250 | -3,900 | -50 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,235 | $49,025 | $70,045 | $41,725 | $46,895 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,790 | $24,810 | $0 | $5,170 |
| Total Invoice | $44,784 | $48,680 | $68,952 | $38,570 | $43,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,654 | -3,026 | -3,637 | -46 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,130 | $45,654 | $65,315 | $38,524 | $43,295 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,524 | $23,185 | $0 | $4,771 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,100 | $6,500 | $7,150 | $3,300 | $3,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,850 | $3,250 | $3,900 | $50 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,654 | -3,026 | -3,637 | -46 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | 1-Series |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 171.7 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 54.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,539 lb. | 3,253 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.3 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.7 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 31% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 33% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4005 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 6% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 48% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2805 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 9% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
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